The Kimberley Early Years Team is excited to once again invite parents of pre-school children in Kimberley and surrounding area to participate in the Kimberley Ages & Stages Project.

In its fifth year, this community initiative provides a fun way for parents of every pre-school child to compile a ‘book of memories’ by completing the Ages and Stages Questionnaires at regular intervals during their child’s early years.

Each child is unique and parents are the experts on their child. This project is designed to provide a tool for parents to gain insights into the stages and diversity of development. Parents gain confidence in their understanding of their child’s progress, celebrate their child’s strengths, and learn fun ideas for supporting their next steps. If parents have questions or concerns, they will receive information, helpful activities and, if desired, support so that they can connect with appropriate service providers.

All information is confidential and questionnaires are retained by the parents.

The Early Years Team is working to increase community understanding of the critical importance of early year’s development. According to the most recent survey using the Education Development Instrument, in Kimberley and area thirty percent of our children are not ready for school. The ASQ project is intended to reduce the number of children that start school vulnerable by supporting parents and children at the earliest, most effective time.

Parents will learn about fun developmentally appropriate activities, parenting resources and community family programs through the Kimberley Ages & Stages Project.

For further information, please contact Diana Card, Project Coordinator at 250- 427-0716 or [email protected].

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